Ana Guerrero
Farmers Branch,TX
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Technician from Children's Medical Center Dallas Surgery/Trauma, adept in phlebotomy techniques and patient observation, significantly enhanced care efficiency. Excelled in multitasking and adaptability, ensuring patient safety and satisfaction. Proven track record in improving patient transitions and streamlining healthcare processes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Children's Medical Center Dallas Surgery/Trauma
01.2007 - Current
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate bedside care and support.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing BSN
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05-2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
Dallas College
Dallas, TX12-2024
Skills
- CPR certification
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Patient observation
- Infection control standards
- Patient services
- Feeding assistance
- Specimen collection
- Blood glucose testing
- Patient positioning
- Catheter care
- Patient care
- Vital signs
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Room cleaning and restocking
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Children's Medical Center Dallas Surgery/Trauma
01.2007 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing BSN
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Science - Nursing
Dallas College
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